Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Eagle Creek Gear Warrior™ Travel Pack 45L

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

Hill People Gear Tarahumara

by Hill People Gear
Front facing view of the Hill People Gear Tarahumara
Capacity16 L
Weight0.7 kg
Dimensions43×23×10 cm
Airline fit96%
Price$175

Feature by feature

Storage
2 Compression Y
None Expanded Capacity 51L
0 Opening 1
back Passport N
N Passthrough N
Carry
Y Backpack hideable
removable Hip Belt N
Y Sternum Strap Y
Inside
N Laptop N
2 Main Compartments 1
N Organizer N
Outside
× Hard Shell ×
N Rain-fly N
2, side Water Bottle Holder N
Y Water Resistant Y
Material
500d Cordura100% Recycled Poly Neo Diamond , 1000D Helix™ Poly Twill, 210D Exo Skeleton

Eagle Creek Gear Warrior™ Travel Pack 45L

by Eagle Creek
Front facing view of the Eagle Creek Gear Warrior™ Travel Pack 45L
Capacity43 L
Weight0.96 kg
Dimensions55×32×27 cm
Airline fit14%
Price$139

Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Eagle Creek Gear Warrior™ Travel Pack 45L

Both have: sternum strap, water resistant.

Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on

We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 26 accept both. 155 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Eagle Creek Gear Warrior™ Travel Pack 45L.

Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits

Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Nostrum, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, All Nipon Airways, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, American Eagle, ANA, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Atlas Global, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Belavia, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cathay Pacific, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, CommutAir, Conviasa, Copa Airlines, Croatia Air, Czech Airlines, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, easyJet, EL AL, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Finnair, Flair Air, flybe, Frontier Airlines, Garuda Indonesia, Gol Linhas Aereas, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Iran Aseman Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Jet2, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, Kulula, Kuwait Air, LATAM , Liat Airlines, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Middle East Airlines, Monarch Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman Air, Onur Air, Pakistan International, Peach, PenAir, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Republic Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sky Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Thai Airways, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, Volotea, WestJet, WOW Airlines, Xiamen.

When comparing two potential carry-on candidates, the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the Eagle Creek Gear Warrior™ Travel Pack 45L, it’s evident that each bag has its own unique strengths. Perfect for a day trip, the Tarahumara is crafted from robust 500D Cordura, standing 44 inches tall, 24 inches wide and 10 inches deep. Its slim profile and 0.7-pound weight make it comfortable and secure for lengthy wear. Whether you’re navigating airport gates or mountain trails, The Tarahumara with its 16-liter capacity pockets is compatible with all airlines, ensuring your essentials are right there with you.

Dwarfing the Tarahumara, the Gear Warrior boasts a 43-liter capacity and supportive dimensions of 27 inches tall by 55 inches wide by 32 inches deep. This pack, made of 100% Recycled Poly Neo Diamond, 1000D Helix™ Poly Twill, 210D Exo Skeleton, weighs in at slightly heftier 0.96 pounds. The Warrior isn’t as universally accepted by airlines as the Tarahumara, with 30% compatibility. However, it makes up for it with its versatility and safety features, equipping travelers for a variety of adventures.

Comparison

  1. Size: Tarahumara: 44"x 24"x 10", Warrior: 27" x 55" x 32"
  2. Weight: Tarahumara: 0.7 lbs, Warrior: 0.96 lbs
  3. Capacity: Tarahumara: 16L, Warrior: 43L
  4. Airline compatibility: Tarahumara: 100%, Warrior: 30%
  5. Material: Tarahumara: 500D Cordura, Warrior: various including 1000D Helix™ Poly Twill and 210D Exo Skeleton

Customers have often applauded Tarahumara for its minimalistic design, solid build, and ample storage, referring to it as the “best overall solution to the one-day pack question”. Reviewers have equally praised the Warrior pack as being secure, lightweight, versatile, and commended its ample storage. They particularly relished the safety features, including reflective panels, lockable zippers, and a built-in whistle on the sternum strap buckle.

The consensus is clear, both backpacks offer unique strengths. The Tarahumara, with its simple design and sturdy build, seems tailor-made for the day hiker or minimalist traveler requiring compact and comfortable storage. On the other hand, the Gear Warrior’s expansive capacity, versatility, and clever security features make it a fitting companion for more adventurous explorers planning for longer durations or needing to pack numerous essentials securely. At the end of the day, your backpack of choice should match your unique travel style and needs.